삼부카 피스토아‬에서 가장 멋진 ‪16‬개의 산 정상

In winter, with the right snow conditions, the Punta Sofia cross is a popular destination, ascending from the Balzi dell'Ora or the north gullies, or from the east face (a more complicated option). In other seasons, it's a beautiful hike along the various CAI trails. On clear days, you can admire a breathtaking view.

Perhaps the most famous crucifix in Italy is not found on the heights of the mountains, although of course there are many summit crosses throughout the country – like the CROCE DI GEPPE here – but in literature: The author Giovanni Guareschi, creator of the protagonists 'Don Camillo' and 'Peppone', included another main character in his stories – which are well-known and popular far beyond the borders of the country: The crucified Christ, who speaks to Don Camillo from the high altar. The author himself offers the following comment: “So, one has to explain: If the priests feel offended by Don Camillo, they can smash a candlestick over my head for all I care; if the communists are offended by Peppone, they can split a club in two over my back; but if someone feels offended by the words of Christ, nothing can be done. Whoever speaks in my stories… is my Christ, that is, the voice of my conscience. My personal matter, my own affair. And therefore: each for himself and God for all.” (G. Guareschi)

Climb to be done with MTB push due to the steep slope

Very kind even if we stopped only for a coffee and they were having lunch they did not hesitate to serve us. Thank you, place with magnificent terrace, weather permitting of course!

Characteristic place with its large cross visible from a distance

The top of Corno alle Scale with its immense cross is among the most characteristic of the Emilian Apennines

Just past the Gavigno Tabernacle, in the direction of Fossato, there is this aedicule which commemorates the assassination of Vittor Ugo Fedeli, which occurred here in the 19th century.

nice panoramic terrace, we found it closed but they still offered us a coffee :)